Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000-CXHX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

61.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.68 out of 10

Ergonomics5.76 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €205.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT

Spinning

90.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.62 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €185.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000-CXHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish